April 2018’s Archives

Use your intended design style as a starting point and then use sites like Freshome to determine which materials are most commonly used together in that aesthetic. That way. you can be sure that your final product will exceed expectations.Make a statement with a bold shade. Go darker on the...

“I recommend covering all the walls of the room in one color to make it feel larger. Consider using a warm and rich or soft and soothing hue to cover the majority of the room. including the ceiling. Highlighting one unifying color fades defining lines. which enhances the coziness of...

If space is an issue. think about investing in multi-functional furniture like a set of nesting tables that can double as a coffee table. A desk can also function as a buffet when entertaining. or even a bench can be a coffee table. extra seating.” — Lisa Melone Cloughen...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Friday, October 26th, 2018 13:38:01 PM.

Don't be afraid to make your attic office multi-functional. Think about creating an office for multiple people.Take advantage of architectural details. such as window seats.Create an office with an industrial vibe. Create a laid-back playroom or teen hangout spaceLet your child express their personality through the décor....

By Rolland Thach. Published at Friday, October 26th, 2018 14:04:00 PM.

These days. two-toned kitchen cabinets are the look everyone seems to be clamoring over. and all it takes is one look to see why this trend is piquing homeowners' interest.If you. too. have fallen in love with the two-toned look. you're in luck. In this post. we'll explore some...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Saturday, October 27th, 2018 23:02:16 PM.

Anyone who's ever had to deal with a tiny apartment knows that small space living comes with its own set of challenges. It doesn't mean designing these spaces is impossible. With a little planning and forethought. even the most cramped spaces can become equal parts functional and eye-catching.If you're...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Friday, October 26th, 2018 13:14:03 PM.

Use your intended design style as a starting point and then use sites like Freshome to determine which materials are most commonly used together in that aesthetic. That way. you can be sure that your final product will exceed expectations.Make a statement with a bold shade. Go darker on the...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Saturday, October 27th, 2018 11:44:09 AM.

Read over their tips and do your best to incorporate them in your own interiors. Sometimes one tip makes all the difference.Do you live in a small space? If so. what tips do you have for making limited square footage work in your favor? Share them with us in...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Monday, October 29th, 2018 08:56:37 AM.

On the one hand. this look works because it allows you to make a statement by using a bold color on your lowers and simultaneously helps to ground the space. On the other. it also helps the space look larger because the lighter shade on your upper cabinets will...

By Rolland Thach. Published at Saturday, October 27th, 2018 03:08:46 AM.

” — Basia Falcon. owner and head designer of Sycamore & Gray in Highland Park. IL.Go big with a statement piece. Don't discount a statement piece“Get the size right! Too often consumers think my space is small so I'll buy a bunch of small pieces. Top designers know that's...